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2,991 babysitters are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA
Alexsandra C.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Caring And Responsible Babysitter With 10+ Years' Experience
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Alexsandra, but please call me Alli!
I have a degree in Communications and am currently work full time in higher education as professional staff. I have been a nanny or babysitter off and on since I was 15 with a pause the last few years due to covid. I have cared for all ages from infants through age 13 and am...
Alexsandra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alli is like family. My kids love it when they find out that Alli is coming over. She always shows up on time and is ready for a fun filled day/night with my kids. I have a girl, age 4.5 and a boy, age 6 and they never get bored as Alli plays games with them and...
Jenelle S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Rachel, I am an NJ transplant working on my Masters in Social Work at UPenn. I have 8 years of child care experience in a variety of formats- 6 years of camp counseling, 5 of babysitting, and 2 years of teaching high school English. I taught at a therapeutic boarding school serving teens of all manner...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is kind, caring, and passionate about working with young people! She would be fantastic taking care of any child"
Anthony A.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Amber! For as long as I could remember, I've had a passion for teaching and caring for children. I've worked in childcare center and as a professional nanny for the past decade. I am fun, loving, and energetic. I have experience in all types of different family dynamics and I cater my style to the families style....
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amber has been a wonderful caregiver to our 3 year old son for the past 1.5 years. She is punctual, patient, and caring. She works with him to meet his developmental milestones and incorporates therapy techniques that his Early Intervention providers have...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Natanjah. I have worked for 5 years doing childcare/daycare in Philadelphia. I am available as a nanny, babysitter, and teacher for 1 to 3 children. I offer baby and infant care, arts and crafts, sensory activities, playing outside, puzzles, games, story time. I am also well verse with STEM curricula, and can...
Natanjah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
CURRENTLY IN A FULL TIME POSITION. Hello! My name is Rachel, I currently live in Haverford! Caring for children has always been my greatest passion. I have worked for many families with many different needs. I have experience with infants, toddlers, elementary/middle grade children, twins, and pets of all kinds. I adore nature...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Our family worked with Rachel >2 years. She is extremely professional, mature, highly reliable and trustworthy. Our kids love Rachel and they still remain great friends. Rachel is an outstanding babysitter and we recommend her without reservation. "
Mindy K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with children since I was 18. . I've worked as an assistant preschool teacher with children ages 1-6 at 2 Montessori schools and a Reggio-Waldorf inspired nature preschool. I have also worked at a residence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 2 years and have extensive experience...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I was in town for a wedding and didn't know anyone that could watch my daughter. This was my first time leaving my 1 year old with anyone other than family. Ariana was amazing with her and brought so many great toys to keep my baby entertained. Ariana was so...
Vanessa H.
Carissa C.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm More Than Just The Perfect Babysitter For Your Family, I'm Also A Great Friend!
5.0
(1)
I assure that your child(ren) will be well taken care of in my responsible and loving care! I absolutely love kids, and there is so much to enjoy with them when I am babysitting. Communication is very important, and I will go over the individual needs and clear guidelines that you have for a pleasant, outstanding, and...
Carissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Carissa is a wonderful, pleasant, and responsible sitter, my two kids absolutely love her. She is always timely and has something fun planned for the kids while sitting. Highly recommend, she's the perfect sitter that you're looking for!"
Leila M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I can't think of a time where I haven't been surrounded by children. Having younger siblings I was always taking care of them and being responsible for their needs. It then turned into family friends and neighbors asking me to babysit. I was responsible for my neighbors two children on a daily basis. From there I was hooked I...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexa is one if not the best child care give I have worked with with. She is patient, on time, caring, and proactive. With a kind, easy-going attitude, she gets jobs done, which is exactly what you need around kids. Thanks Alexa for all your help!"
Razvan I.
5.0
(1)
I have a long history of caring for children. In middle school, I worked with students as a peer mentor and assisted with their transition into middle school. I currently work at a kindergarten readiness program, which prepares preschool children for kindergarten. Three time out the week, I work with the children and read books...
Shanelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Shanelle watched my children from when they were one to about five years old. She was a true pleasure and really made my life easier balancing work, children, etc. She is interested in working with children, so she always came with fun and creative games or...
Monica S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher in Delaware County. I am looking for some part-time work. In the past summers I have taught swimming lessons, worked as a lifeguard and ran a swim and safety summer camp along with on and off babysitting job for a number of families in my community. I love to work with kids of all ages.
Cora can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Cora was great. She was very sweet, and always patient and sweet. Thank you for being dependable and reliable. Wishing you only the best. "
Ursula F.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I love working in childcare because I am a naturally loving, energetic, and silly person who finds it easy to get along with children. I am extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, and loyal; I always make an effort to form a bond with the child and parents that I work with, proven by the fact that almost all of my babysitting...
Arika can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
4.0
"Daughter liked her but I had asked that some light house keeping be done and came home to popcorn on the floor dishes in the sink things that could’ve been picked up and put away left out. Other than that very friendly and her schedule worked great with mine."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a bachelors degree in Psychology from West Chester University. I've worked as a Register Behavior Technician with children ages 2-7 with autism. This fall, I am going back to school to get my Masters in clinical mental health counseling. I have about 6 years of experience in babysitting and have babysat ages from 6...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We LOVE Danielle! So happy we found her on here. She is accommodating, goes with the flow, very reliable, relaxed, and most importantly gives our little girl love. Highly recommend !"
Taylor M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brianna and I am 24 years old. I have over 9 years of experience in babysitting and I have also taken a child development course in which I learned how to help kids learn and play. I am happy to watch kids of any age and have experience with children from 3 months to 13 years old. I have just started medical...
5.0
"Brianna did a fantastic job caring for 4 children under the age of 5 (ages 1,2,4,5). I was slightly worried because it was two families and we were all on vacation and so the kids were in a new environment with their cousins. She made them all feel at ease, fed...
Jessica F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently reside in the Philadelphia area as a student. I have experience in childcare, art education, early childhood education as well as tutoring and full time child-sitting. I am looking for a full time position working as a learning guide or nanny for a child of elementary age. Ideally, this position would be long term...
Ryir can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ryir is great with my 2.5 year old son! My son actually gets excited to be babysat. They have so much fun together and I am at ease knowing that he is in good hands while I work. I highly recommend Ryir. "
Robyn W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaleigh and I moved to Philadelphia in 2021. I will be starting medical school in summer 2024 and am available for evening hours and weekends. For the past few years, my day jobs have centered around clinical research (at CHOP and at a local FQHC). I also spent time nannying for a toddler while studying for the...
Kaleigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Kaleigh is great! We have 3 children, all under 6 years old and they loved her! It was the first time using care.com, as well as the first time someone other than family watched our kids. Would 100% recommend! Thanks Kaleigh!"
Christopher C.
Suzanne S.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With A Love And Patience For Children.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Suzanne. I am 31, currently living in south Philadelphia. I am a singer songwriter/performer. I have always had a love for children. Child care comes very naturally to me. I have a great imagination and sense of humor, and I am very loving and patient with children. When it comes to entertaining kids,...
Suzanne can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The best nanny/sitter ever! She worked 2-3 days a week for us for over a year and my very shy, standoffish daughter loved her. They were best buddies after a few weeks and we will miss her terribly! If you hire her, be good to her-- she deserves it!"
Karen K.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sarah. I graduated from college one year ago and just moved to south Philly last fall. I love watching kids and pets, I always have. I first babysat when I was around 15 years old and have continued to do so ever since. I have babysat for many families over the years and provided child care for women's ministry...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Sarah was very nice, and on time, would totally hire her again if we weren't moving out of the area!"
Maley E.
5.0
(1)
I have been a preschool assistant teacher for about 7 years now. I have babysat for tons of family both from my preschool and outside of preschool, for date nights, and other occasions. During the pandemic I even babysit for a wonderful family of 3 children, sometimes I'd watch all three kids and sometime just the younger two...
Diamari can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Diamari is a very loving, dedicated worker "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a first year grad student at Drexel University pursuing my doctorate in physical therapy. I love working with kids and am planning on pursuing pediatric physical therapy. I have been consistently babysitting children of all ages since I was about 14. Most recently, I watched a 2-year-old this whole past summer. I...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Donna to look after our 17 month old for a stint between college courses and she was fabulous! We would hire her again in a heartbeat! Our daughter adored Donna. She was punctual, responsible, attentive, caring and very playful! She communicated well...
Ramon R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Nicole! I'm looking to do some babysitting on an occasional schedule while I am in school to earn my master's degree as a Physician Assistant. I love to be with kids, and have many years of experience working as a camp counselor, after school tutor, and babysitter. I am comfortable driving children to/from events, and...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole is awesome! She is very responsive, a planner, and timely! She has helped me out on a few weekends and my son loves her! She’s great with finding activities and things to do in the neighborhood when she comes during the day. At night she somehow always...
Danielle M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Philadelphia, PA
Alexsandra C.
5.0
Alli is like family. My kids love it when they find out that Alli is coming over. She always shows up on time and is ready for a fun filled day/night with my kids. I have a girl, age 4.5 and a boy, age 6 and they never get bored as Alli plays games with them and loves Disney movies which is a...
- Jenelle S.
Rachel Q.
5.0
She is kind, caring, and passionate about working with young people! She would be fantastic taking care of any child
- Anthony A.
Amber S.
5.0
Amber has been a wonderful caregiver to our 3 year old son for the past 1.5 years. She is punctual, patient, and caring. She works with him to meet his developmental milestones and incorporates therapy techniques that his Early Intervention providers have suggested. She has worked hard to make our...
- Care member
Rachel Y.
5.0
Our family worked with Rachel >2 years. She is extremely professional, mature, highly reliable and trustworthy. Our kids love Rachel and they still remain great friends. Rachel is an outstanding babysitter and we recommend her without reservation.
- Mindy K.
Ariana B.
5.0
I was in town for a wedding and didn't know anyone that could watch my daughter. This was my first time leaving my 1 year old with anyone other than family. Ariana was amazing with her and brought so many great toys to keep my baby entertained. Ariana was so accommodating to the location and my...
- Vanessa H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Philadelphia, PA:
How can I find a Philadelphia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Philadelphia, PA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 2,991 babysitters in Philadelphia, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Philadelphia, PA?
The average rate for Philadelphia, PA babysitters on Care.com is $18.09 per hour as of June 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Philadelphia, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Philadelphia, PA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Philadelphia, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,111 reviews of the 2,991 listed babysitters.